Remedies for Pet Dander Allergies

While more than 70% of families in the United States have pets, approximately ten percent of the population has an allergy to pets. Animal dander, or skin flakes can cause an allergic reactions including sneezing, wheezing, and watery eyes or nose. The animal hair itself is not considered to be a very significant allergen, however, the hair or fur may collect pollen, dust, mold, and other allergens. Although a particular animal may produce more or less allergen, there is no relationship between the pet’s hair length and allergen production.

These allergies are caused by close proximity to animals and an oversensitive reaction of the immune system. Allergies to animal dander may cause an allergic reaction such as itching and burning eyes, sneezing, mucus discharges, and could progress to the throat closing or difficult breathing.

Modern medicine treats pet dander allergies with decongestants and anti-histamines for symptomatic results; however, they also have side effects.

From the natural perspective, pet dander allergies tend to occur when the immune system is overburdened with unhealthy foods and other allergens. It can be helpful to improve the diet, regular exercise and stretching in addition to the supplements below.

Eat foods in a raw state as much as possible as well as eliminate tobacco, alcohol, coffee, soda etc. For best success, use some of these remedies for a week or two before exposure or as soon as symptoms begin but many people get great results within a few hours. Also, try using 2,000 mg of Omega 3, a day for brain stabilization and nutrition.

Herbs for Pet Dander Allergies

Herbs are plants valued for their specific strengthening/ tonifying properties.

Use herbs for several months to support the respiratory system while on medications.